It was a game that yet again showcased Forest’s defensive fragilities at the back and more specifically at set-pieces, as Fletcher ghosted in to head Wednesday’s second goal, just as Mark Warburton was preparing to make a double change.

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In truth, Wednesday were full value for their first home victory of the season and left the Reds to reflect on yet more defensive errors on the road.

Jack Hobbs and Ben Osborn at full-time (Image: Dan Westwell)

Just one win away from the City Ground in 2017 tells its own story, and while Forest are clearly a work in progress after last season’s struggles, it’s imperative Warburton works out a way to tighten up a side that are leaking goals far, far too often.

After hearing from both Mark Warburton and Ben Osborn, Paul Taylor and Barry Cooper reflected on a second straight Championship defeat for the Reds.